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Kenji Lee Quartet.: Blue LLama
MoreBlue LLama 314 S. Main, Ann ArborEnsemble led by saxophonist Lee, whose expressive brand of jazz draws on Japanese folk music, Western classical music, and punk.
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Kevin Presbrey.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborChicago folk-rock & Americana singer-songwriter and ukulele virtuoso.
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“Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical”: Ann Arbor Civic Theatre
MoreOct. 22–25. Ella Soto and Emily Slomovitz direct local actors in Leslie Bricusse and Frank Wildhorn’s Tony-nominated 1990 pop-rock musical, a dark thriller adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic about a doctor whose experiments on his personality create a murderous double. This production features nontraditional casting, with actors of all genders playing men and women. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Arthur Miller Theatre, 1226 Murfin. Tickets $29 (seniors, $26; students, $20) at a2ct.ludus.com & (if available) at the door. (734) 971–2228.
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“Crash”: Michigan Theater
MoreFilm screenings every day. Tickets $11.75 unless otherwise noted (children under 12, students, seniors age 65 & older, and U.S. veterans, $9.75; Marquee Arts members, $8) in advance online (recommended) & at the door. For updated schedule, see marquee-arts.org/calendar.
Oct. 22: “Crash” (David Cronenberg, 1996). Erotic thriller about a car crash survivor who becomes involved with a group of death- and sex-obsessed symphorophiliacs who are aroused by car crashes. James Spader, Holly Hunter. 8 p.m.
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Buffalo Rose.: Ark
MoreArk 316 S. Main, Ann ArborCharismatic Americana sextet from Pittsburgh known for its emotionally rich, meticulously crafted original songs. $29.
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“Black Cat: Ghoulita Graves Presents … The Curse of Blood”: Neighborhood Theatre Group
MoreOct. 16–18 & 22–24. Marisa Dluge directs local actors in an original musical by NTG members Greg Pizzino and A.M. Dean. Part of NTG’s annual Black Cat Halloween series. 8 p.m. (Thurs.-Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sun.), Back Office Studio, 13 N. Washington, Ypsi. Ticket price TBA at ntgypsi.org & at the door.
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Big Band Theory.: Zal Gaz Grotto
MoreZal Gaz Grotto 2070 W. Stadium, Ann ArborLocal 15-piece jazz & swing ensemble.
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Head full of Ghosts.: Ziggy’s
MoreZiggy’s 206 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, YpsilantiYpsi alt-rock trio led by singer-songwriter and guitarist James Henes. Openers: ethereal folk-rock by Kat Steih, the Milwaukee alt-rock duo In Shining Armour, and the Detroit-area pop-rock quintet Night Sky Alumni.
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The Pherotones.: Last Word
MoreLast Word 301 W. Huron, Ann ArborA wide range of jazz and jazzed-up popular music, from the 1920s to the present, by this all-star local quintet. With trumpeter Ross Huff, pianist Giancarlo Aversa, bassist Brennan Andes, violinist Jordan Adema, and drummer Wes Fritzemeier.
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Open Mic.: Tap Room
MoreTap Room 201 W. Michigan, Ypsilanti, YpsilantiAll musicians invited. Hosted by singer-guitarist Brian Brickley.
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Stefan Weiner.: Ann Arbor Funhouse
MoreAnn Arbor Funhouse 207 E. Washington., Ann ArborNYC-based queer indie pop-folk singer-songwriter. Openers: Brawny Lad, an Ypsi acoustic trio whose sound blends a number of American musical traditions, and Caramel Liburdi, a Detroit indie alt-rock singer-songwriter.
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Bart Moore & Cody Wilson.: The Ranch
MoreThe Ranch 122 W. Washington, Ann ArborDuo of veteran folk-rock & Americana singer-songwriters. 5 p.m.
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“The Greek Manuscripts of the University of Michigan: A Celebration of the Collection and Its Catalogue”: U-M Library
MoreA morning of talks celebrating the culmination of a 15-year project to fully catalog the library’s Greek manuscripts. Light refreshments. 9:30 a.m.–noon, Hatcher Library, 6th fl., enter from the Diag. Free. (734) 936–2309.
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U-M Clements Library Tour
MoreOct. 16 & 23. Hour-long docent-led tour of the library’s early American history collection, along with a chance to view a new exhibit, Who Counts? A History of Voting in America, a display of ballot boxes, campaign pins, preprinted party tickets, banners, and other electioneering ephemera. 4 p.m. (Oct. 16 & 23) and 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. (Oct. 23), 909 South University. Free, preregistration required at clements.umich.edu. (734) 649–3370.
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Tisa Bryant: U-M English Department Zell Visiting Writers Series
MoreReading by this essayist best known for Unexplained Presence, her 2007 collection of essays on Black presences in film, literature, and visual art. Her essays focus on themes of race, gender, and LGBT issues in art. Also, tomorrow Bryant gives a free craft lecture (10–11 a.m., Michigan League, Henderson Rm.). 5:30–6:30 p.m., UMMA, Stern Auditorium, 525 S. State. Free. [email protected].
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“Joe’s Breakfast Club”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
MoreEvery Fri. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack a lunch or stop in Dexter. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Delhi Metro Park parking lot (left of the tollbooth), E. Delhi off Huron River Dr. Free. [email protected].
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
MoreEvery Tues.–Sun., starting Oct. 21. All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s labs to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. The newest program examines how membranes can help solve water shortages. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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Country Fair: Wiard’s Orchards
MoreEvery Wed.–Sun. A carnival atmosphere with a variety of family-oriented fall activities on this family farm, including wagon rides, a petting farm, a corn maze, and more. For an extra charge on Sat. & Sun., an apple cannon, paintball, apple or pumpkin picking, and other activities available. Cider & donuts available. Also, on Oct. 3 & 4, local artisans & crafters sell their items at the Craft Show Weekend, and on Oct. 24, young entrepreneurs sell homemade items at the Kids Market (noon–4 p.m.). No pets. 11 a.m.–6 p.m., 5565 Merritt (east of Carpenter), Ypsi. Weekend admission: $27.50 (babies under 2, free). Weekday admission: $18 (babies under 2, free), online only at wiards.com. (734) 482–7744.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
MoreEvery Fri., Sat., & Wed. All invited to play one of 200 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime’s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Kids welcome. noon–12:30 p.m. (Fri. & Wed.) & 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.). Free. [email protected].
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“Real-World Perspectives”: U-M Poverty Solutions Fall Speaker Series
MoreEvery Fri., except Oct. 9. Talks by scholars and social workers, followed by Q&A.
Oct. 2: U-M professor of social work and public policy Kristin Seefeldt on “Lessons Learned from Designing and Evaluating Ann Arbor’s Guaranteed Income Pilot.”
Oct. 16: Wayne State University social work professor Kess Ballentine on “Beyond Silos: An Inter-Institutional Framework for Understanding Poverty and Advancing Social Change.”
Oct. 23: UCLA architecture professor Dana Cuff on “cityLAB’s Innovations for Affordable Housing.”
Oct. 30: “Designing for Dignity: Strengthening Food Assistance Amid Policy Threats.” U-M public health professor Kate Bauer in conversation with Food Rescue of Northwest Michigan director Taylor Moore.
Noon–1:30 p.m., School of Social Work, B780 (basement), 1080 South University. Also via livestream. Free. (734) 929–8027, [email protected], fordschool.umich.edu/events.
